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University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Edinburg, Texas

33,881 Students on Campus
Edinburg Location
110,724 Metro Population
33,881 Students on Campus
Edinburg Location
110,724 Metro Population

About This Campus

Across the Rio Grande Valley, UTRGV offers a dynamic learning environment featuring more than 125 undergraduate and graduate degrees in a wide variety of disciplines and subjects. Come and explore our colleges and schools—you are sure to find your ideal program! The Rio Grande Valley, with close proximity to the Gulf Coast, provides unparalleled opportunities to study in areas ranging from international business and cultural border issues to marine biology and environmental science. With the SpaceX launch site planned in Brownsville, the region is also an emerging global hub for the aerospace industry. We are the second largest Hispanic-serving institution in the nation, with an emphasis on educating 21st-century leaders and professionals who are culturally fluent and have a deep understanding of the perspectives, languages, and values of different cultures.

UTRGV ranked No. 1 Texas university by Washington Monthly

University in Texas for Best Social Mobility (9th Nationally) Washington Monthly

Top Performer in Social Mobility Public University in Texas U.S. News and World

Helpful Information

UTRGV is one university spread across two main campuses in Edinburg and Brownsville. The majority of students (about 21,000) attend classes at the Edinburg campus and a smaller group (about 8,000) attend at the Brownsville campus. NSE students would be located, most likely, on one campus or the other and would not be expected or required to travel between them.

Location Information

UTRGV campuses are located in Edinburg, Harlingen, McAllen, Port Isabel, Rio Grande City, South Padre Island, and Brownsville, approximately 15 miles north of the US/Mexico border and 70 miles west of South Padre Island.

Academics

TERM DATES:

Fall Start Date: 08/26/2026 - Fall End Date: 12/10/2026

Spring Start Date: 01/19/2027 - Spring End Date: 05/06/2027

NOTABLE ACADEMICS PROGRAMS:
  • Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration — The Bachelor’s degree in Management teaches students effective management and leadership skills sought by successful companies. Built on a solid business foundation, the program emphasizes problem solving, team building, and critical thinking skills for positions in business management at all levels. Students will improve their understanding of the business management landscape with a curriculum that fully engages their analytical and decision-making skills. The Robert C. Vackar College of Business and Entrepreneurship is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
  • Bachelor of Arts in Education — The UTRGV College of Education and P-16 Integration prepares highly qualified educators through its CAEP-accredited Educator Preparation Program, recognized for meeting rigorous national standards of excellence. Approved by the Texas Education Agency, the college combines evidence-based instruction, extensive clinical experiences, and strong partnerships with regional school districts to prepare graduates for successful careers in education. With nationally recognized strengths in bilingual and multicultural education, UTRGV equips future teachers to serve diverse learners and positively impact schools throughout Texas and beyond.
  • Bachelor of Arts in Music — The UTRGV School of Music is one of the university's strongest programs in the arts and holds specialized accreditation from the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), the premier accrediting body for music programs in the United States.
  • Bachelor of Science in Bilingual Education — The UTRGV Bachelor of Science in Bilingual Education prepares future educators to become highly qualified bilingual teachers through a nationally accredited educator preparation program. Students develop expertise in bilingualism, biliteracy, second language acquisition, and culturally responsive teaching while gaining extensive classroom experience in diverse multilingual settings. Located in the Rio Grande Valley, UTRGV offers an exceptional environment for preparing educators who can effectively serve bilingual and multilingual learners, advancing educational excellence in Texas and beyond.
  • Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice — The UTRGV Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice prepares students for leadership roles across the criminal justice system through a curriculum that combines academic rigor with practical experience. Located on the U.S.–Mexico border, the program offers unique perspectives on border security, homeland security, immigration, and transnational crime. Through internships, faculty-mentored research, and partnerships with local, state, and federal agencies, students gain valuable real-world experience while developing the knowledge and skills needed for careers in law enforcement, corrections, public safety, and the legal system.
  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering/Computer Sciences — The UTRGV College of Engineering and Computer Science offers multiple ABET-accredited undergraduate programs in Civil, Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Engineering, as well as Computer Science. These accreditations demonstrate the college's commitment to maintaining the highest standards of academic quality, continuous improvement, and workforce readiness.
  • Bachelor of Science in Physics & Astronomy — The UTRGV Department of Physics and Astronomy offers BS, MS, and Ph.D. degrees in Physics and is internationally recognized for its research excellence in gravitational wave astronomy, astrophysics, quantum science, materials science, and biophysics. Through the Center for Gravitational Wave Astronomy and its participation in the LIGO-Virgo Collaboration, faculty and students contribute to groundbreaking discoveries in astrophysics while engaging in hands-on research supported by agencies such as the National Science Foundation, NASA, and the U.S. Department of Energy. The department provides students with extensive undergraduate and graduate research opportunities that prepare them for careers in academia, national laboratories, and high-technology industries.
OPTIONS:

Honors Access: No

UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS OPEN TO NSE STUDENTS:
Limited Closed

Conditions

GPA AND OTHER ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS:
EXCHANGE PREFERENCES:
  • Full Year Exchange: Accepted
  • Single Term Exchange: Preferred
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (Visa Students):
  • Does your campus accept International Students (those already in the U.S. on a student visa)? Will accept on Home or Away
CANADIAN EXCHANGE:
Learn More
  • Receive from Canada: Will Accept Away/Home Pay
  • Accept international students studying in Canada on a visa? - Yes

Tuition/Finance

Figures per Semester are current as of 07/16/2026
TUITION:
  • Campus Budget
  • Fees are subject to change without notice
  • Home Tuition Payment: Available
  • Away Tuition Payment: Available
    Estimated cost: $4996
MAXIMUM CREDIT HOURS PER SEMESTER:
  • Home Payment: 18
  • Host Payment: 18
MISCELLANEOUS FEES:
Purpose
Amount
Period
Plan
Status
Health Service Fee
$30
Term
Away & Home
Mandatory
Housing Fee
$150
Term
Away & Home
Mandatory
Recreation Fee
$79
Term
Away & Home
Mandatory
University Services Fee
$38
Credit Hour
Away & Home
Mandatory
Student Union Fee
$30
Term
Away & Home
Mandatory
Course Fees / Materials
$0
Term
Away & Home
Mandatory
Athletic Fee
$28
Term
Away & Home
Mandatory
Student Fee
$10
Credit Hour
Away & Home
Mandatory
International Student Services Fee
$125
Term
Away & Home
Mandatory
Financial Aid for NSE Students. Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.

Room/Meals

Figures per Semester are current as of 11/21/2025
ON-CAMPUS HOUSING PER SEMESER:
  • Is on-campus housing available? Yes
  • Is on-campus living required? No
  • Number of reserved housing spaces: 5
  • Average Room Cost (per term): $4831
  • On-Campus Housing
Off-CAMPUS HOUSING:
NOTES ABOUT ON-CAMPUS HOUSING:

Approximate cost: $4831 (includes meals)

NOTES ABOUT OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING:

Approximate monthly cost: $950 Proximity to campus: 3 Local Public Transportation Available to Campus

MEAL PLANS:
  • Are meal plans available on campus? Yes
  • Is a meal plan purchase required for on-campus, non-apartment residence halls? Yes
  • Average Meal Plan Cost (per term): $0
  • Campus Meal Plans
NOTES ABOUT MEAL PLANS:

Living at The Village (Edinburg) requires to purchase $300/per semester in Dining Dollars: Living at Casa Bella (Brownsville) requires to purchase $200/per semester in Dining Dollars:

Fees are subject to change without notice.

Chance of Acceptance

Direct Placement for Spring 2027

Home Tuition Payment Plan

Open

Direct placement is available for Spring 2027! Apply now and receive an immediate decision.

Away Tuition Payment Plan

Open

Direct placement is available for Spring 2027! Apply now and receive an immediate decision.

Priority Placements for Academic Year 27/28

If this is your top choice campus...

Home Tuition Payment Plan

Limited

This campus usually accepts less than 50% of students that request it. Be prepared to be placed at an alternative choice. If applying to a site with a 'limited' chance of placement, we suggest that you list a minimum of 3-5 campuses on your application, with one to two sites that have an OPEN or EXCELLENT chance of acceptance.

Away Tuition Payment Plan

Limited

This campus usually accepts less than 50% of students that request it. Be prepared to be placed at an alternative choice. If applying to a site with a 'limited' chance of placement, we suggest that you list a minimum of 3-5 campuses on your application, with one to two sites that have an OPEN or EXCELLENT chance of acceptance.

If this is your alternate choice campus...

Home Tuition Payment Plan

Limited

This campus usually accepts less than 50% of students that request it. Be prepared to be placed at an alternative choice. If applying to a site with a 'limited' chance of placement, we suggest that you list a minimum of 3-5 campuses on your application, with one to two sites that have an OPEN or EXCELLENT chance of acceptance.

Away Tuition Payment Plan

Limited

This campus usually accepts less than 50% of students that request it. Be prepared to be placed at an alternative choice. If applying to a site with a 'limited' chance of placement, we suggest that you list a minimum of 3-5 campuses on your application, with one to two sites that have an OPEN or EXCELLENT chance of acceptance.

Resources

CAMPUS SOCIAL MEDIA: